Cape Dorset Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 56m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Cape Dorset Airport
Kinngait Airport is located at Kinngait, Nunavut, Canada, and is operated by the Government of Nunavut.
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Live weather
CYTENOTAMs
CYTEReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13T / 31T | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 100 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATF | MANDATORY FREQ | 122.100 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS | 128.700 MHz |
| RDO | ARPT RDO | 122.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 22% of observations, averaging 11 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31% | -3,718 ft | |
| Feb | 32% | -4,227 ft | |
| Mar | 34% | -3,715 ft | |
| Apr | 35% | -3,022 ft | |
| May | 24% | -1,958 ft | |
| Jun | 40% | -1,115 ft | |
| Jul | 50% | -427 ft | |
| Aug | 44% | -504 ft | |
| Sep | 31% | -1,087 ft | |
| Oct | 25% | -1,439 ft | |
| Nov | 31% | -2,087 ft | |
| Dec | 28% | -2,802 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-4,227–-427 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Cape Dorset Airport?
The ICAO code for Cape Dorset Airport is CYTE, and its IATA code is YTE.
Where is Cape Dorset Airport located?
Cape Dorset Airport is small airport located in Kinngait, Canada, at an elevation of 164 ft (50 m).
How many runways does Cape Dorset Airport have?
Cape Dorset Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
Which airlines fly to Cape Dorset Airport?
Airlines historically serving Cape Dorset Airport include Canadian North, First Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Cape Dorset Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Cape Dorset Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Cape Dorset Airport in?
Cape Dorset Airport is in the America/Iqaluit time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cape Dorset Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cape Dorset Airport is approximately 21.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cape Dorset Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.